Greenfield Daily Reporter

Jerry L. Blevins Sr., age 81, of Greenfield, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, August 10, 2022 surrounded by his family. He was born on July 25, 1941 in Indianapolis to the late, Kirby and Jeanette (Pendleton) Blevins. Jerry graduated from Indianapolis Shortridge High School in 1959 and later attended Ball State University for a couple years. He married the love of his life, Carolyn, on August 3, 1962 in Indianapolis. Jerry is survived by his children; Cyndi Huff of Greenfield; Jerry (Tonya) Blevins of Greenwood; Linda McIntosh of Indianapolis; Lisa (Richard) Murphy Rossville, Georgia; Carolyn (George) Huff of Cloverdale; Melissa (John) Tennant of Greenfield; 15...

Delmore P. Jones, age 83, of Greenfield, passed away peacefully, surrounded by family, Tuesday, August 9, 2022 at his home. Born on July 3, 1939, in Muses Mills, Kentucky, he was the son of Della (Wyatt) and Hiram P. Jones. Delmore married Mary (Walker) on March 26, 1960 in Knightstown. Before retiring in 2000, he worked as a Diesel Technician at Cummins for 38 years. After retiring, Delmore owned and operated D.J. Service Specialties for 10 years. He was a member at Mt. Lebanon United Methodist Church and in his free time, he enjoyed gardening, hunting and riding motorcycles. Delmore also loved fishing, camping and boating on the Ohio River, but most of all loved spending time with his...

On Monday, August 8, 2022, Heaven gained another Angel. Anna May Reeves went to be with her heavenly Father and join all her loved ones who had gone before her. Born Anna May Shannon on July 27, 1933 to Lowell and Mary Shannon, in Belmont, OH. On August 28, 1954, she married her one true love, Elmer Reeves. She cherished being a wife, mother, grandmother, and great-grandmother. She loved cooking for and spending time with family and friends. No one entered or left her house without a hug. She always said, "Everyone can use a hug." She enjoyed making everyone feel welcome and loved. Anna also enjoyed reading and working cross word and word search puzzles. Along with her husband, she was...

Virginia L. "Ginger" Graves, 79, of Fortville, passed away Monday, August 8, 2022, in Fishers. She was born June 7, 1943, in Indianapolis. Ginger was an inventory control specialist for 32 years for Macy's Department Store (formerly Lazarus). She was a member of Beta Sigma Phi Sorority and attended Faithful Friends Bible Study at Fortville Christian Church. She was also a first grade Sunday school teacher at the church. Ginger is survived by daughter Debbie (Bryan) Reed of Fortville; grandchildren: Michael (Bryanna) Garner, Cassie Reed, Blayke Reed; 5 great-grandchildren: Aeva, Bryan, Daylin, Evie and Elsa, brother Robert (Sandy) Owens, sister-in-law Linda Owens, several nieces, nephews...

Cynthia A. Atwell, 69, of Wilkinson, passed away peacefully on Saturday, August 6, 2022, at her home. She was born August 7, 1952, to William and Elizabeth "Bid" (Clay) Jones. Cindy was a graduate of Mt. Vernon High School and attended Ball State University. She worked with special education children in Greenfield-Central School District and was the former owner of N-Complete Tractor Parts in Wilkinson. In her free time Cindy enjoyed working with flowers, artwork, reading and most importantly spoiling her beloved Davedog, a 13-year-old toy fox terrier. Cindy is survived by her husband Ralph "Butch" Atwell, Jr., whom she married June 26, 2015, son Jesse Battaglia of Wilkinson, cousins...

Carl L. Clark, a devoted husband, father, grandfather and friend to many met his Savior face to face August 6, 2022. He is survived by his wife, Bonnie Clark; daughter, Dena Beeler and husband John, daughter, Kim Crawford and husband Danny. They have been blessed with 14 grandchildren; 4 great grandchildren and he was looking forward to two additional great grandchildren this year. Five grandchildren have married and now have joined the ranks of craziness with this family. He is preceded in death by his parents Carl E. and Lyndall M. Clark, and his son, Devin Todd Clark. Carl married his teenage sweetheart, Bonnie, and they recently celebrated their 56th anniversary and were truly best...

Greenfield - Gustave "Gus" Jackson, age 65, of Greenfield, passed away Friday, August 5, 2022. He was born in Greenfield on March 30, 1957, to Charles and Martha (Wilson) Jackson. He graduated from Greenfield-Central High School in 1975. He had been a Well Driller for Jackson Well Drilling for over 46 years. Gus loved birdwatching, feeding and watching wildlife. He was an avid fan of IU Basketball, and a fan of Bobby Knight and Larry Bird. He enjoyed watching the Cincinnati Reds play baseball. He also enjoyed riding his Harley Davidson and playing horseshoes. He is survived by his daughter Sarah (Matt) Young of New Palestine; grandchildren J.P. and Graham; siblings Joy (Gene) Jack, Tim...

Madiejane Shaw, 93, of Fishers, passed away peacefully at home on Wednesday, August 3, 2022. She was born November 23, 1928, in Noblesville, IN to Thurl and Ellen (Tucker) McKay. She graduated from the old Fortville High School in 1946 and earned her Bachelor's and Master's degrees from Butler University. Madiejane retired as a schoolteacher from Anderson Community Schools in 2001 after 32 years' service. Madiejane is survived by son Tony Shaw of Fishers, granddaughter Wendy (Shane Decker) Shaw of McCordsville, brother Peter (Pat) McKay, honorary daughter Cindy Jackson, several nieces and nephews. She was preceded in death by her husband Elbert M. Shaw, daughter Darcy L. Shaw, her...

Richard L. "Dick" Lowder, age 67, of Greenfield, passed away Sunday, July 31, 2022 at Aperion Care in Peru, Indiana. Born on December 17, 1954, in Greenfield, he was the son of Elizabeth Pauline (Roney) and James Lowell Lowder. Dick was a 1973 graduate of Mt. Vernon High School. For many years, he was a self-employed truck driver as well as a lifelong farmer throughout Hancock County. Dick enjoyed watching NASCAR and driving his truck. He was a hardworking man and a friend to all. Dick is survived by his loving children, Lloyd Miller (Christina) of Fishers, Sara Morton (Rick) of Mooreland, Abby Russell (Jeff) of Greenfield and Sheena Williams (Shane) of Carthage; brother, William "Bill"...

Calvin Coolidge Gray, age 94 of Shirley, passed away peacefully July 31, 2022, at Greenfield Healthcare. He was born September 1, 1927, in Tiff City, Missouri to the late Ora and Florence (Darnell) Gray. He married Claudine Hanna on December 1, 1949. He spent his working career at Allison's Transmissions for 30 years and Gas America Corporation after his retirement for 25 years. Calvin had impeccable Christian values and instilled those values in his children and grandchildren. Together, Calvin and Claudine took many other children to church and Sunday School to ensure they too had the opportunity to learn about Jesus. He is survived by his children, C.K. "Bud" (Jeannine) Gray,...

Richard L. "Ric" Butz, 67, of Bella Vista, AR died suddenly July 29, 2022, after suffering a heart attack. Ric's family takes comfort in the knowledge that the angels who surrounded him as doctors who tried to save his life were there to escort Ric's soul to his eternal life. Ric was born November 4, 1954, to the late Rev. Lee and Terrie Butz in Lakefield, MN. Most of Ric's early years were spent in Greenfield, IN where he graduated from Greenfield-Central High School in 1972. He remained close to many of his Greenfield friends for the remainder of his life. Ric graduated from Concordia Junior College, Austin, TX and Indiana University, Bloomington, IN. He then moved to San Francisco to...

Pearl Irene (Elliott) Roberts, 72, Greenfield, passed away on Friday, July 29, 2022. She was born on August 18, 1949, in Shelbyville, IN, to Harry P. and Dorothy (Jeffries) Elliott. She married James C. Roberts, Jr. on December 4, 1967. Pearl was a tremendously loving wife, mother, sister, grandmother, aunt, and friend to all who knew her and will be sadly missed. Pearl worked as a housecleaner for many years before becoming the librarian for Mount Vernon Township from 1979-1987. After the library, Pearl worked as a dietician for the Hancock County Sheriff's Office from 1987-1990. She retired a happy housewife. Pearl attended Fortville United Methodist Church, McCordsville...

Grace A. Hunter, age 91, of Greenfield, passed away on Friday, July 29, 2022, at her daughter's home in Greenfield. She was born in Monticello, Kentucky on January 13, 1931, to Robert & Bessie (Guffey) Abbott. Grace spent her life as a homemaker caring for her family at home. She was a faithful believer in Christ who enjoyed making memories with her family, especially all her grandchildren. Grace enjoyed gardening and sewing. Grace is survived by her daughter, Judy (Jerry) Buckman; stepdaughter, Louise Hayes; stepson, Jim (Jennifer) Hunter; sister, Betty Parmeley; 8 grandchildren, Kim (John) Beasley; Shannon (Tim) Boyk; Robin (Martin) Harris; James Hunter; 7 great-grandchildren,...

Jeffrey L. Day, 62, of Charlottesville, fought the good fight, kept the faith, and finished his race on Friday, July 29, 2022, at Carmel Health Center in Carmel. He was born on December 20, 1959, in Greenfield to the late Donald & Gertrude (Duff) Day. Jeff graduated from the Elizabeth Memorial Academy in Greenfield and soon after attended the Ministerial Internship Program to become an ordained minister. Jeff met the love of his life, Deborah Conn and they were united in marriage on February 2, 1991, at the Greenfield Church of God. Throughout his life, Jeff worked at various places, but his true calling was to be in ministry. Jeff was a strong man of faith and gave his heart to the...

Stella Kathryn (Kathy) Branscum, 69, of Warrington, Indiana, passed on July 28, 2022. Kathy was born on February 21, 1953 to Robert and Myrtle Coomer. Kathy had a love of art, music, gardening, and birds. She would be asked by family and friends for her hand drawn cherubs and baby angels. She had a big heart and deeply loved everyone she came in contact with. Kathy's smile, sense of humor, and generosity will be missed. She is preceded in death by her parents Robert and Myrtle, her husband Ronnie, Lee Whisman her son, and Pat her sister. Kathy is survived by her son Scott Coomer, Daughter-in-law Teri Coomer, 8 brothers and sisters, JR, Jimmie Dale, Barbara, Wayne, Judy, Donna, Hughie,...

99, of Greenfield, passed away July 28, 2022. She was born May 5, 1923 in New Ross, Indiana to the late Oscar I. and Helen Miller. Genevieve was a graduate of Ladoga High School. She married Alfred W. Oliver, October 11, 1941, and he preceded her in death June 10, 1988. Genevieve was a secretary/bookkeeper for various businesses and a former member of O.E.S. Ladoga and Crawfordsville Chapters. Visitation will be Wednesday, August 3, 2022 from 9:00 a.m. until the time of service at 12 noon at Shirley Brothers Washington Memorial Chapel, 9606 East Washington Street. Genevieve is survived by her daughter, Beth H. Emmelman (Richard); grandchildren, Stephen Oliver (Becky), John...

Maxine (Edwards) Carson, 97, a 75 year resident of Carthage, passed away Thursday, July 28, 2022 at Demaree Crossing in Greenwood. She was born on January 3, 1925 in Hamilton County, IN a daughter of the late Fletcher and Mae (Kimberlin) Edwards. Maxine attended Eden High School prior to graduating from Carthage High School in the Class of 1943. She married the love of her life, Carl E. Carson Jr. on February 15, 1946 and they were married for 72 years until Carl's passing. Maxine had been employed over the years as a bookkeeper at Container Corporation, State Bank of Carthage and Winters Accounting, all located in Carthage. She enjoyed traveling while visiting all 50 states, Canada,...

Rose "Von" Gibson, age 84, of Greenfield, went to her eternal home to be with her Lord, Jesus Christ on Wednesday, July 27, 2022. She passed at home surrounded by her family. She was born in Colson, Kentucky on July 08, 1938 to Thelma and Lone Madden, who preceded her in death. She married the love of her life, Douglas Gibson on January 28, 1961 in Clintwood, Virginia. After starting their family in Red Fox, Kentucky, the two moved to Greenfield in 1968 where they raised their five kids and cherished many grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She was saved, joined the Old Regular Baptist Association of churches and was a letter member and regular attendee of the Chester Hog Old Regular...

Terry Lee Adams, 82, of Greenfield, went home to be with the Lord on Tuesday, July 26, 2022, at home surrounded by his family. He was born on November 2, 1939 in Indianapolis, a son of the late Robert and Constance Adams. Terry attended Warren Central High School and graduated in 1958. He worked for General Motors as a supervisor and retired after 27 years. After retiring he worked a concession stand at fairs and events for several years. Terry led a ministry and visited people in nursing homes singing and leading Bible Study. He was a faithful member of New Life Christian Fellowship in Fortville, Indiana. Terry enjoyed woodworking, making furniture, playing games and spending time with his...

Larry Dean Breece, 63, formerly Wilkinson died July 25, 2022. Services 1 p.m., Friday at Condo and St. Pierre Funeral Chapel, Wilkinson with visitation from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Burial with military honors in Curry Chapel Cemetery, Greenfield.

Debra Diane (Graham) Bryant, 66, Greenfield, passed away Monday, July 25, 2022. She was born on September 19, 1955, in Greenfield to John James and Doris Irene (Morris) Graham. Debra was a tremendously loving mother, grandmother, and friend to all who knew her and will be sadly missed. Debra was employed as a lab technician for Colors Incorporated in Indianapolis for 15+ years. Debra enjoyed listening to classic rock music, dancing, collecting angels and penguins, watching older TV shows, and tending to her plants. She was the best cook. The pride and joy of her life was her family and grandson. Debra is survived by her loving son, Nathan Bryant and loving daughter,...